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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Tyler Weaver, Former EMT, on Hospital Closures and Ambulance Response Times

3:45:49

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169 sec

Tyler Weaver, a former EMT, testified about the impact of hospital closures on ambulance response times, sharing a personal tragedy and highlighting disparities in response times across NYC boroughs. He emphasized the need for improved health resources in certain communities, particularly in the Bronx.

  • Shared the story of his son's death due to long ambulance response times in the Bronx
  • Presented data showing significant disparities in Advanced Life Support (ALS) response times between boroughs
  • Called for the City Council to address EMS health equity through more equitable budget allocation or legislation